What are the responsibilities and job description for the Privileged Access Management (PAM) Engineer position at Apex Systems?
Job Details
Job#: 3013023
Job Description:
Site: Vienna, VA
Business Unit: PAM IAM Engineering
Description: Responsibilities
Operation of the Privileged Access Management (PAM) technologies, including accounts management, secrets management, and software and systems patching.
Lead projects to develop and deliver new security features and or software updates.
Work with peers and stakeholders to implement and automate processes for administration and integration with external services.
Contribute to PAM Security Strategy, including discovery, gap analysis, onboarding, and contributing to short to long term delivery of services and service improvements.
Design, configure, and maintain PAM solutions for AIX, RHEL, Windows, and Mainframe systems.
Integrate the PAM solution with various technologies such as Service Now, Compute hosting, IGA, SIEM, other solutions
Provide security consultation on internal projects focusing on business needs, data transmission and identity security best practices.
Authoring and maintaining documentation procedures, inventories, and diagrams for PAM systems and processes.
Monitors and responds to capacity and performance needs of the PAM infrastructure.
Provides regular reports to leadership regarding security, capacity, usage, and licensing
Provide rotational on-call support for production PAM infrastructure systems and processes.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or other related fields
Industry certifications in cyber security or identity security attesting to broad knowledge of security best practices and design.
5-7 years administering and maintaining Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions, such as CyberArk, BeyondTrust, or Delinea.
Experience working in large security access system upgrades/projects using the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). Scrum or Kanban
Significant experience working in a large IT organization with responsibility for supporting the technology and processes in the Privileged Access Management domain and controls program, preferably in a financial services organization
Considerable experience with Identity and Access Management vendors like Microsoft, CyberArk, Saviynt, ServiceNow, RSA, etc.
Significant experience in working with all levels of staff, management, stakeholders, and vendors.
Significant experience administering tier zero identity infrastructure that provides AAA services such as Active Directory, Azure Active Directory, PKI, Federation Services, and RSA.
Advanced verbal and written communication skills
Advanced research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Effective in producing desired results and achieving goals and objectives
Practical skill presenting findings, conclusions, alternatives, and information clearly and concisely
Experience in developing automated solutions and processes using PowerShell for Windows and BASH for UNIX/Linux.
Demonstrates an understanding of how PAM integrates with common resources such as Windows, Linux/UNIX, VMWare, Azure, SQL/Oracle/DB2 database systems, Network appliances, and Mainframe.
Familiar with change control processes (Production Discipline) to ensure up time and business continuity
Other qualifications:
CyberArk Certifications (Defender, Sentry, Guardian) certs advance from left to right
SOLID Experience in building and deploying PSM & CPM connectors
Scripting background for automation and Ansible (preferably doesn't rely solely on AI or Google)
Experience with Credential Providers (AAM and CCP) Setup, Deployment, Support, Use
PTA experience (nice to have)
Physical Server and OS platform expertise (nice to have)
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EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
Job Description:
Site: Vienna, VA
Business Unit: PAM IAM Engineering
Description: Responsibilities
Operation of the Privileged Access Management (PAM) technologies, including accounts management, secrets management, and software and systems patching.
Lead projects to develop and deliver new security features and or software updates.
Work with peers and stakeholders to implement and automate processes for administration and integration with external services.
Contribute to PAM Security Strategy, including discovery, gap analysis, onboarding, and contributing to short to long term delivery of services and service improvements.
Design, configure, and maintain PAM solutions for AIX, RHEL, Windows, and Mainframe systems.
Integrate the PAM solution with various technologies such as Service Now, Compute hosting, IGA, SIEM, other solutions
Provide security consultation on internal projects focusing on business needs, data transmission and identity security best practices.
Authoring and maintaining documentation procedures, inventories, and diagrams for PAM systems and processes.
Monitors and responds to capacity and performance needs of the PAM infrastructure.
Provides regular reports to leadership regarding security, capacity, usage, and licensing
Provide rotational on-call support for production PAM infrastructure systems and processes.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or other related fields
Industry certifications in cyber security or identity security attesting to broad knowledge of security best practices and design.
5-7 years administering and maintaining Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions, such as CyberArk, BeyondTrust, or Delinea.
Experience working in large security access system upgrades/projects using the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). Scrum or Kanban
Significant experience working in a large IT organization with responsibility for supporting the technology and processes in the Privileged Access Management domain and controls program, preferably in a financial services organization
Considerable experience with Identity and Access Management vendors like Microsoft, CyberArk, Saviynt, ServiceNow, RSA, etc.
Significant experience in working with all levels of staff, management, stakeholders, and vendors.
Significant experience administering tier zero identity infrastructure that provides AAA services such as Active Directory, Azure Active Directory, PKI, Federation Services, and RSA.
Advanced verbal and written communication skills
Advanced research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Effective in producing desired results and achieving goals and objectives
Practical skill presenting findings, conclusions, alternatives, and information clearly and concisely
Experience in developing automated solutions and processes using PowerShell for Windows and BASH for UNIX/Linux.
Demonstrates an understanding of how PAM integrates with common resources such as Windows, Linux/UNIX, VMWare, Azure, SQL/Oracle/DB2 database systems, Network appliances, and Mainframe.
Familiar with change control processes (Production Discipline) to ensure up time and business continuity
Other qualifications:
CyberArk Certifications (Defender, Sentry, Guardian) certs advance from left to right
SOLID Experience in building and deploying PSM & CPM connectors
Scripting background for automation and Ansible (preferably doesn't rely solely on AI or Google)
Experience with Credential Providers (AAM and CCP) Setup, Deployment, Support, Use
PTA experience (nice to have)
Physical Server and OS platform expertise (nice to have)
Enable Skills-Based Hiring
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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